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General => Car audio => Topic started by: [han] on 03 January 2006, 10:49
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I've been told i can possibly use my ipod with one of the 3.5mm jack things.. i think thats wat they're called... they had a red and white on one end, and a single phono thing on the other i think... (i already have the cable)
If i was to put this cable from back of my head unit, where would i be able to bring the cable out so i can attach my ipod to it!
Hope someone can help!
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The thing here is that because the lead you're talking about is a simple signal lead you won't have any control of the iPod from your head unit. This means that if you want any control of the iPod (skipping tracks/changing playlists or atists etc) then the iPod needs to be visible and within reach, therefore you're looking at a dash mount solution.
The far better solution is to use a cable that will allow the headunit to control iPod functions (including charging the thing up) as this will allow you to take the cable through into the glovebox and mount it securely (and out of sight). However, your headunit might not have the ability to do this, so you'll need to check. What head unit are you using?
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nah i know my head unit ain't compatible for that function, its a bog standard, 2 yr old KDS-73R i think, a lil jvc one! Whats the cheapest that has that capability? i've had this discussion with our techincal support at work, and no one seems to be sany the wiser than me... all sorts has been menitoned in other threads i know! :kiss:
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Something like this would be perfect:
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NEW-Kenwood-KDC-W4531-CD-MP3-Player-FREE-Ipod-Adaptor_W0QQitemZ5849557293QQcategoryZ39760QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Thats a good deal.
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yeah, i won't buy a head unit from ebay tho... if anyone knows compatible models... we have some new units at work which can charge ipods with dock and they're about £45 depending on the options... i'll have to upgrade my stereo tho, prob have to spend about £200, but atleast i can move it with me, when i change cars.. when i finally get the money for a cab! :drool:
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Well, if you're not keen on buying from eBay, you can buy at that money from other sources:
Alpine headunit - http://www.caraudiodirect.co.uk/product_info.php?products_id=3823&cadid=7cf0f70c9d0bd07520abfa34dcf4b878
Appropriate connector - http://www.caraudiodirect.co.uk/product_info.php?products_id=3723&cadid=7cf0f70c9d0bd07520abfa34dcf4b878
I have a friend selling this exact set-up, 2 months old (so still under warranty) with all receipts etc, £175 + £8 postage.
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The Alpine is the best setup, in my opinion.
Its easy to mount the adapter in the centre console, when you take it out of its space, and then have the wire for the iPod in the space just above the ashtray.
Just depends on how much you can afford, tho.
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im a student....
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That JVC you have can control CD changers?
What about this?
http://caraudiosecurity.com/shop/product/products_id/4494.html
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yeah they're up to £65 from, work, less discount! :wink:
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If you work there, you could always take your headunit out, take it in and get someone to test it b4 you buy it...
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according toppl that know, my head unit aint compatible.... kds-973r jvc cheapy 2 yrs ago!
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Too bad, its worth a try tho...apparently anything older than '03 model jvc hu won't work. Like i wasnt sure if my hu or ipod 5th gen would work together, i took it to car audio centre and they showed it all working together.
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iPod car kit compatibility is as follows:-
Pioneer- any head unit with "P" in the part number is compatible (DEHP or KEHP) part (CD-IPB100)
Alpine- any head unit with "A" in the part number is compatible (CDA or TDA) part (KCA420i)
Kenwood- any head unit that is "Cd Changer" compatible from KDC4 and above, part (KCA-IP500)
Sony- any head unit that is "Cd Changer" compatible from CDXF and above, part (IPOD001)
Jvc- again any head unit "Cd Changer" compatible will work with iPod interface
Factory fit Gamma, Beta and Delta 6 are also compatible (MK4 & MK5)
General rule of thumb, any unit that can run a changer can run an iPod, the leads above are proper kits that charge and run the iPod through the head unit.
You can also do 3.5mm jack to 3.5mm jack (AUX IN) but it will not charge or control iPod.
Hope that helps
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Also forgot to say :grin:
Minis 4 & 6 gig
Photos 20 & 60 gig
Videos 30 & 60 gig
Nanos 2 & 4 gig
Are all fully compatible with iPod kits
Some 2nd generation (4 buttons below screen) are aswell, but may not get full functionality.
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yeah, nickyb is right
Basically any iPod with a 'Dock Connector' will work
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Using the interface that lets you run a changer through the standard headunits also lets you run a sony iPod interface :)
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JVC are limited by the way, the full paperwork arrived at work day after i posted this!
Dammit, thanks neway guys... i actually wanted prices and stuff, cos the ones we have at work are reasonably priced... and wondered how everyone else does theres!
Thanks guys! ur great!
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If anyone on here would like any prices on car audio including iPods, iPod car kits etc, drop me an email- i sell the whole lot.
Give anyone on here trade prices and can also try and match the sh@g out merchants who sell in the back of the mags.
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Nicky, I might need the ISO to Alpine headunit loom for the CDA-9812RB, how much could you sort that out for me?
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Sorry no reply sooner, broke my computer, shiney new one now though :smiley:
Looms are £20 and £2 carrage.
Should be a white 16 pin plug to ISO?
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how about using pm's guys, or create your own thread in the forsale section? possibly even post your own thread in car audio!?
thanks :kiss:
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if youve havent already sorted yur problem out matey, save all the wires an what not, i use a itrip about 15 -25 quid of ebay, plug it in your ipod tune it in to a certain radio station and you sorted.
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i already use an i-trip cos me £8 about a year ago, but i've just got a new stereo with a front aux in, so i'm sorted now anyway! :smiley: